Lotnagar - Baghmara, South Garo Hills
Lotnagar is a village situated in the Baghmara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotnagar is 276147. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
Lotnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lotnagar
As per Census 2011, Lotnagar village has a total population of 223 people, consisting of 112 males and 111 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 112 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 35 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Lotnagar
Lotnagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lotnagar
Lotnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Lotnagar is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lotnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lotnagar
Where is Lotnagar located?
Lotnagar village is located in Baghmara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lotnagar?
The pincode of Lotnagar is 794102.
What is the population of Lotnagar?
Lotnagar has a total population of 223, including 112 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Lotnagar?
There are 35 households in Lotnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Lotnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotnagar is 64.57%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 60.36%.